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PublishedJanuary 29, 2017
Maine Observer: For lifelong Portland resident, fond memories of high school teachers
Each of the seven educators who became my patients was memorable in special ways. Two stand out.
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PublishedJanuary 22, 2017
Maine Observer: Opening the eyes to the virtues of squirrels
Many see them as destructive pests, but observation shows that squirrels are part of nature's checks and balances.
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PublishedJanuary 21, 2017
Gina Barreca: In Trump’s era, it’s more important than ever that the people lead
If you're so rich, Donald Trump, why aren't you smart?
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PublishedJanuary 21, 2017
The humble Farmer: Secret to a happy marriage? Not having to have the last word
The key to a successful marriage is compatibility, which may mean saying nothing or just "Yes, dear.'
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PublishedJanuary 15, 2017
Maine Observer: Paris the dog is lovely this time of year
Small dogs that fit in laps can be just the thing in winter, but you'll have to be on the lookout for prowling barred owls.
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PublishedJanuary 14, 2017
Garrison Keillor: Hanging out down South: I could live in a place like this
South Carolina and Georgia are enough to make an old Northern liberal leave his politics behind.
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PublishedJanuary 7, 2017
The humble Farmer: Televangelist Jim Bakker has a second coming
Here he is again, the old master of the broadcast con, still peddling books from a screen in my living room.
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PublishedDecember 31, 2016
Port City Post: People aren’t speaking, so why bother saying anything?
Our society seems so angry and divided that I'd really prefer to leave until it's all settled.
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PublishedDecember 31, 2016
Garrison Keillor: Brief encounter spotlights the rarity and importance of small talk
Thanks to our gizmos, small talk is uncommon, and a person comes to feel he lives in a hostile world.
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PublishedDecember 24, 2016
The humble Farmer: Young man’s heavy lifting takes weight off humble shoulders
When a tall 23-year-old with shoulders 3 feet wide sets out to move a thing – get out of his way.
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